Zucchini Flower Fritters
Ingredients
For 2 Dozen(s)
For the Fritters:
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2 small zucchini, chopped very small
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about 10-15 zucchini flowers, washed and cut into small pieces
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garlic cloves, very thinly sliced
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1/2 cup fresh sheep-milk ricotta cheese
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1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup packed fresh mint, chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup all purpose flour
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olive oil, for frying
Directions
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In a large mixing bowl combine all the ingredients except the oil. Using a spoon mix well until you have a smooth batter.
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Heat 2 inches of olive oil in a pot over a high flame and drop the batter into the hot oil by spoonful.
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Fry until the Fritters are golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Using a spider or a slotted spoon, transfer them to a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle them with salt.
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Serve warm or at room temperature.